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India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Jaishankar, Lammy discuss 'zero tolerance for terror' ahead of key IMF meet on Pak loans

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Jaishankar, Lammy discuss 'zero tolerance for terror' ahead of key IMF meet on Pak loans

FP News Desk May 9, 2025, 15:15:20 IST

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Artillery firing between India and Pakistan is ongoing along Line of Control (LoC) areas like Naushera and Uri. Pakistan Army has reportedly targeted civilians

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India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Jaishankar, Lammy discuss 'zero tolerance for terror' ahead of key IMF meet on Pak loans
Artillery firing along Line of Control areas is ongoing. Representational image: PTI

The Central Government has authorised the Chief of the Army Staff to invoke the relevant rule, enabling the mobilisation of all officers and enrolled personnel of the Territorial Army either for essential guarding duties or to be deployed in support of the regular army.

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Volunteer force Territorial Army asked to assist as crossfire spreads

India Pakistan LIVE News: Volunteer force Territorial Army asked to assist as crossfire spreads

May 9, 2025, 15:15:20 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Gujarat bans use of firecrackers and drones till May 15

Gujarat’s Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi announced that the state has imposed a ban on the use of firecrackers or drones in any functions or events.

May 9, 2025, 15:01:03 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Banks and ATMs, schools, offices: What’s open, what’s closed amid India-Pak standoff?

Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated rapidly after the Pakistani Army resorted to unprovoked cross-border firing in multiple areas across Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan on Thursday, which was met with a befitting response from the Indian armed forces.

As the situation intensified, several border states were forced to ramp up security measures after Pakistan tried to attack three military bases in Jammu, Pathankot and Udhampur, along with other key installations in J&K, Punjab and Rajasthan.

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May 9, 2025, 14:50:10 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: IPL suspended for a week, says BCCI

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has said in a statement that the Indian Premier League has been suspended with immediate effect for a week and that steps to reschedule the remaining matches and the new venues of the tournament will be taken after due assessment of the ongoing situation.

“While cricket remains a national passion, there is nothing greater than the Nation and its sovereignty, integrity, and security of our country. The BCCI remains firmly committed to support all efforts that safeguard India and will always align its decisions in the best interest of the nation,” the BCCI said.

May 9, 2025, 14:44:34 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: 'Didn't intercept Indian drones as...': Khawaja Asif contradicts Pakistan Army in parliament

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Friday (May 9) contradicted the Pakistan Army’s claims of downing Indian drones while addressing the parliament, arguing the projectiles were not intercepted to avoid disclosing the location of the country’s air defence units to Indian forces.

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May 9, 2025, 14:37:37 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Air India asks passengers to arrive 3 hours prior to departure

Air India has issued an advisory to all its passengers, asking them to arrive at their respective airports three hours in advance of their departure time.

May 9, 2025, 14:19:59 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Jaishankar speaks with UK Foreign Secy

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has spoken to UK’s Foreign Secretary David Lammy over the phone. The two discussed the current situation along the India-Pakistan border and talked about countering terrorism.

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May 9, 2025, 14:16:32 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Akash guards Indian skies: Army, Air Force using made-in-India missile to foil Pak’s air raid attempts

The Indian Army and Air Force are using the made-in-India Akash air defence system to intercept Pakistani missiles.

Since Thursday evening, Pakistan has been attacking India with missiles and drones, but most of those projectiles have been successfully intercepted by the Indian air defence system. For missiles, India is primarily using Akash and Russia-made S-400 air defence systems.

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May 9, 2025, 14:11:10 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: 'Coast Guard and Navy on alert mode', says Maharashtra CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said the police, Coast Guard and Navy are on alert mode in the state, and all SoPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are being followed.

Talking to reporters here, Fadnavis said a review meeting to take stock of the state’s internal security will be held later in the day.

May 9, 2025, 13:56:44 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Bengaluru airport asks passengers to arrive 3 hours in advance

Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport has asked passengers to arrive three hours in advance of their flight times as tensions simmer between India and Pakistan.

Several Indian airlines have issued advisories to travellers as 24 airports remain shut amid the ongoing situation along the border areas.

May 9, 2025, 13:53:06 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: 'Our agricultural reserves are full', says Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan has reassured that India has enough stockpiles of food grains and that his department will ensure food security as tensions between India and Pakistan escalate.

He said, “As the agriculture department, our responsibility is to ensure food security. Our agricultural reserves are full. Whether wheat, rice or other grains, we have sufficient quantities.”

May 9, 2025, 13:43:37 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: World Bank says it has 'no role to play' in Indus Water Treaty issue

In a major setback for Pakistan, the World Bank has rejected reports suggesting the international bank may step in and force India to reverse its decision to hold the  Indus Water Treaty in abeyance.

World Bank President Ajay Banga has clarified that the institution has no role to play in the bilateral issue beyond a facilitator.

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May 9, 2025, 13:45:47 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: When TA was called last time

This is not the first time the Indian Army has been authorised to rope in TAs. The volunteer force have worked for the country’s security in the past as well.

They provided their services during Op Parakram and Kargil.

I am checking it further, but during Godhara also, they were deployed at certain locations.

They have been used for Disaster Relief on many occasions.

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May 9, 2025, 13:46:18 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: A look at famous people who joined Territorial Army

The following is the list of famous personalities who are part of the Volunteer Force, Territorial Army

1. MS Dhoni

Rank: Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary)

Inducted: 2011

Regiment: 106 TA Battalion (Para), part of the Parachute Regiment

2. Kapil Dev

Rank: Lieutenant Colonel (Honorary)

Inducted: 2008

Regiment: 150 TA (Infantry) battalion of the Punjab Regiment

3. Sachin Pilot

Rank: Lieutenant (Commissioned Officer)

Inducted: 2008

Note: First sitting Member of Parliament to be commissioned as a regular officer in the Territorial Army

4. Anurag Thakur

Rank: Captain

Inducted: 2016

May 9, 2025, 13:26:23 (IST)

India authorises Army to rope in volunteer force amid escalating military tension

The Indian authorities have authorised the country’s Army Chief to reportedly rope in the volunteer force amid escalating military tension with Pakistan.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with the three Indian defence chiefs, Army General Upendra Dwivedi, Naval Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, and Air Force Air Chief Marshal A P Singh and Indian Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, in New Delhi. PTI

Source: NW18

May 9, 2025, 13:19:57 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: PM Modi speaks to Guj CM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel to take stock of the state’s preparedness, being a border state.

The Prime Minister also obtained details about the adequate steps taken by the state government for the safety and security of citizens, especially in sensitive districts like Kutch, Banaskantha, Patan, Jamnagar, which are bordered by Pakistan.

May 9, 2025, 13:13:50 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Rajnath Singh holds high-level meeting

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a high-level meeting with high-level officials to review the security preparedness.

The meeting was attended by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh and Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh.

May 9, 2025, 13:11:38 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Pak MP calls PM Sharif is 'buzdil', says army is demotivated

A Pakistani Member of Parliament has called the country’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Shari,f ‘buzdil’ (a faint-hearted person), saying that he cannot even “take PM Modi’s name”. He added that Pakistan’s Army is demotivated.

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May 9, 2025, 12:38:02 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Air raid siren testing to be carried out at PWD building in Delhi's ITO

The civil defence directorate will carry out testing of an air raid siren installed atop the multistorey PWD building in ITO on Friday afternoon, according to an official statement.

The testing will commence at 3 pm and will be carried out for a period of 15-20 minutes, it said.

The testing comes amid intensified hostilities between India and Pakistan involving missile attacks and shelling, in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack that led to the killing of 26 people, mostly tourists.

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May 9, 2025, 12:28:57 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh holds review meeting at South Block

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday conducted a review of the country’s current security situation at South Block, which houses the Ministry of Defence, in the national capital, in the aftermath of the foiled large-scale drone strike by Pakistan on Thursday.

The Defence Minister was accompanied by the military top brass and senior officials, including Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, and Defence Secretary RK Singh.

May 9, 2025, 12:25:24 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: BCCI suspends IPL indefinitely

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been suspended indefinitely due to rising military tensions between India and Pakistan, following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir  and India’s strike on terror under Operation Sindoor.

The decision comes a day after the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match in Dharamsala was stopped midway due to air raid alerts near Jammu and Pathankot.

May 9, 2025, 12:05:06 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: 7 terrorists killed while infiltrating & Pakistan Rangers post destroyed, says BSF

The Border Security Force on Friday said it has killed seven terrorists who were trying to infiltrate from across the India-Pakistan International Border in Jammu, and also destroyed a Rangers post.

The incident took place in the Samba sector on the intervening night of May 8-9 after a “big group” of terrorists was detected by the surveillance grid.

This infiltration bid was supported by fire from Pakistan Rangers post Dhandhar, a BSF spokesperson said.

May 9, 2025, 11:58:06 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: EaseMyTrip issues travel advisory, advises exercising caution while travelling to Turkey, Azerbaijan

aseMyTrip.com, a leading travel platform in India, has issued a travel advisory urging people to avoid visiting Turkey and Azerbaijan unless absolutely necessary, as both countries have shown support for Pakistan amid rising tensions with India after the launch of Operation Sindoor.

“Following the Pahalgam attack and growing India-Pakistan tensions, we advise travellers to stay alert. As Turkey and Azerbaijan have backed Pakistan, travel to these countries only if essential,” the company posted on X.

May 9, 2025, 11:55:01 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Akash missile system key in repelling Pakistani drone attacks along LoC, says Officials

The Akash surface-to-air missile system, developed in India, played a key role in stopping Pakistani drone attacks on Thursday, defence officials said to ANI.

During the night of May 8-9, the Indian Army successfully repelled several drone attacks by Pakistan along the western border and the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir.

Officials also said that both the Indian Army and Air Force have deployed the Akash missile system along the Pakistan border.

May 9, 2025, 11:47:03 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Indian Oil urges public not to panic, says fuel and LPG stocks are sufficient

Indian Oil Corp Ltd said, “Indian Oil has ample fuel stocks across the country and our supply lines are operating smoothly. There is no need for panic buying -fuel and LPG are readily available at all our outlets.”

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May 9, 2025, 11:33:50 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: 'Warriors standing tall for nation's pride', says Cricketer Rohit Sharma cautions about fake news

Cricketer Rohit Sharma expressed pride in the Indian armed forces amid ongoing tensions, praising the armed forces for standing tall in defence of the nation. He also urged citizens to act responsibly and avoid spreading or believing in fake news.

“With every passing moment, with every decision taken, I feel extremely proud of our Indian Army, Indian Air Force & Indian Navy. Our warriors are standing tall for our nation’s pride. It’s important for every Indian to be responsible and refrain from spreading or believing any fake news. Stay safe, everyone!” he said.

May 9, 2025, 11:27:07 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: PIB debunks fake letter from Army chief

May 9, 2025, 11:10:31 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Delhi's IGI airport issues travel advisory

May 9, 2025, 11:04:20 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: ICAI postpones CA exams

In view of the “tense and security situation” in the country, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has postponed the remaining CA Final, Intermediate, and PQC Examinations scheduled from May 9 to 14, 2025.

ICAI said in a post on X, “Important Announcement – In view of the tense security situation in the country, the remaining papers of CA Final, Intermediate & PQC Examinations [International Taxation–Assessment Test (INTT AT)] May 2025 from 9th May 2025 to 14th May 2025 stand postponed.”

May 9, 2025, 11:10:58 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: IMA's Maharashtra branch issues alert to doctors

The Indian Medical Association’s Maharashtra branch has asked doctors and hospitals to stay prepared for emergencies amid rising tensions with Pakistan. Hospitals have been told to stock essential medicines, ready beds and staff, and form disaster teams. A state control room has been set up for coordination.
May 9, 2025, 10:52:06 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Air raid sirens sounded in Ambala, residents urged to stay indoors

An air warning about a possible attack has been received from the Air Force Station in Ambala and sirens are being sounded across the area, Ambala DC said. The Deputy Commissioner has advised all residents to stay indoors and avoid balconies as a precaution.
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May 9, 2025, 10:49:18 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Old Kabul airport blast image falsely shared as Jammu air base explosion, fact checks PIB

May 9, 2025, 10:40:56 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Stalin to lead rally in support of armed forces on May 10

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin will lead a rally in the city on Saturday in support of the armed forces, which are bravely defending the country in the wake of terror attacks and transgressions by Pakistan.

The rally would be taken from the DGP office to the War Memorial near the Island Grounds at 5 pm, the CM said on Friday.

“Pakistan, which fosters terrorism, not only evoked bad things upon itself but also is indulging in violations against India. It is time to express our support for the Indian Army, which is fighting bravely to protect us,” Stalin said in a post on the social media platform ‘X’.

May 9, 2025, 10:39:02 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Punjab ministers to review emergency services in border districts

The Punjab government is stepping up preparedness amid rising tensions.

“Today, cabinet ministers will inspect emergency services in border districts, including hospitals, fire stations, and ration supplies. Ten ministers will head to various areas immediately after the cabinet meeting. Ministers Lal Chand Kataruchakk and Dr Ravjot Singh will visit Gurdaspur, while Kuldeep Dhaliwal and Mohinder Bhagat will oversee arrangements in Amritsar”, the Punjab CMO said.

May 9, 2025, 10:31:44 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Pak says ministry's X account was hacked after viral loan appeal post

Pakistan’s Economic Affairs Ministry said that its X account was hacked after viral loan appeal post.
May 9, 2025, 10:23:14 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Centre debunks reports of ATMs closure

May 9, 2025, 10:18:12 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Omar Abdullah arrives in Jammu to access the situation

Omar Abdullah arrives in Jammu to assess the situation following Pakistan’s failed missile and drone attack last night.
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May 9, 2025, 10:10:06 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Railways to run 3 special trains from Jammu, Udhampur to Delhi

In view of the current situation, Indian Railways plans to run three special trains from Jammu and Udhampur to Delhi, says Indian Railways.
May 9, 2025, 10:16:25 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Air raid sirens heard in Chandigarh

An air warning has been issued by the Air Force station over a possible attack, and air raid sirens were sounded in Chandigarh. Meanwhile, residents have been advised to stay indoors and avoid going out onto balconies.

May 9, 2025, 09:35:54 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: Woman killed, 5 injured in Pakistani shelling along LoC

A 40-year-old woman was killed and five others injured after Pakistani troops carried out heavy artillery shelling in Gulmarg, Uri, Nowgam, Kupwara, Rajouri, and Poonch along the Line of Control (LoC).

Officials said the Indian armed forces responded effectively and foiled the attacks.

May 9, 2025, 09:30:15 (IST)

India-Pakistan LIVE Updates: J&K CM Omar Abdullah heads to Jammu

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s convoy is on its way to Jammu via Udhampur to assess the situation following last night’s failed Pakistani drone attack on Jammu city and nearby areas.

India launched a series of precision strikes under Operation Sindoor early Wednesday (May 6), targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) in retaliation for a deadly attack last month in the northern region of Kashmir.

According to a statement issued by India’s Ministry of Defence, the operation struck nine sites “from where terrorist attacks against India have been planned and directed.” The strikes, the statement said, were “focused, measured and non-escalatory in nature,” deliberately avoiding any Pakistani military installations.

The cross-border operation follows the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, in which 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national were killed. Indian authorities had vowed to hold the perpetrators accountable, and Wednesday’s strikes appear to mark the first military response.

“India has demonstrated considerable restraint in selection of targets and method of execution,” the ministry said. “This operation underscores India’s resolve to hold perpetrators accountable while avoiding unnecessary provocation.”

A formal briefing by Indian defense and military officials is expected later in the day, where further details on strikes are anticipated to be shared.

In a post on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, the Indian Army said: “Justice is served.”

Meanwhile, Pakistan’s military confirmed that the strikes occurred and claimed that they happened using missiles fired from within Indian territory. According to Dawn newspaper, the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, said that three Pakistani citizens were killed and 12 injured in the attacks.

Following the strikes, India has placed its air defence units along the border on high alert, according to Indian news agency ANI. The move appears aimed at ensuring readiness in case of further escalation.

The operation comes amid escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbours, both of whom have a long history of conflict over Kashmir. The strikes are reminiscent of previous Indian military actions across the Line of Control— such as the 2016 “surgical strikes” and the 2019 Balakot airstrikes.

By targeting terrorist facilities while deliberately avoiding Pakistani military assets, India has signalled a calibrated response designed to impose costs without provoking wider conflict.

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